This type training places primary emphasis on what a person can do as a result of their training and experience. This means that the time required to complete a competency-based apprenticeship or traineeship is flexible. For time-based apprenticeships and traineeships, the training contract operates for a specified term.

Certificate I in Automotive

This is a basic entry level course aimed at providing a starting point for young people interested in entering the industry. It combines core competency units with industry specific competency units and will have particular application for high school students. It is not funded by the State Government, therefore a fee will apply.

Certificate II in Automotive

These courses are generally a twelve month duration and include a combination of core competency units with a number of industry specific competency units (sometimes up to 18) plus elective units. The training for these courses is funded by the State Government, however, certain restrictions apply.

Certificate III in Automotive

The traditional trade apprenticeships are a nominal four year duration. They include core competency units, as many as 36 industry specific competency units and additional elective units. In the majority of cases, training for apprenticeships is funded by the State Government.